In a gesture of compassion ahead of Eid Al Adha, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has ordered the release of 1,138 inmates from correctional and penal facilities. The President has also arranged for the payment of fines owed by these inmates, who were serving sentences for various offenses.
This practice, common among the Rulers of the UAE’s emirates during significant Islamic occasions, aims to give the released individuals a chance to reassess their lives and positively impact their families and communities. The hope is that these individuals will lead more successful social and professional lives after their release.
In related news, the UAE has announced paid holidays for both public and private sector employees from Saturday, June 15, until Tuesday, June 18, in observance of Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha. Arafah Day, the holiest day in Islam, falls on June 15, followed by the three-day Eid Al Adha holiday from June 16 to 18. This results in a four-day break for the country’s workforce.